Jussie Smollett

A judge overturned actor Jussie Smollett's conviction on disorderly conduct charges for lying to the police about a racist and homophobic attack in Chicago.

Judge allows Chicago suit against Jussie Smollett to proceed

The city of Chicago is suing former 'Empire' actor Jussie Smollett to recoup money spent investigating a fake attack. More

October 22, 2019

Decision looms: Keep or replace Smollett special prosecutor?

A judge will determine whether a former U.S. attorney can stay on to examine the dismissal of charges against actor Jussie Smollett. More

October 4, 2019

Smollett’s attorneys argue city lawsuit should be tossed

Jussie Smollett's attorneys say he should not have to pay Chicago for its investigation into a staged racist and homophobic attack. More

September 4, 2019

Special Prosecutor Named to look into Jussie Smollett Case

A judge appointed a special prosecutor to investigate why the case against former 'Empire' actor Jussie Smollett was abruptly dropped. More

August 29, 2019

Jussie Smollett Wears Noose in Video Released by Chicago Police

CPD released video and hundreds of files from Jussie Smollett's investigation after the actor was charged with lying to police. More

June 26, 2019